http://www.sheknows.com/articles/entertainment/celebritiesSun, 02 Aug 2015 11:45:00 -0700http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/1091425/pearl-lowe-defends-decision-to-let-her-nine-year-old-daughter-model-for-marc-jacobs
An image of Pearl Lowe's daughter Betty shot for Marc Jacobs AW15 collection has caused a bit of a fuss — because Betty is only nine years old. In an interview with the Sunday Times Stylemagazine, Pearl Lowe revealed that she and her husband Danny Goffey "agonised" over the decision to let Betty star in the high-end fashion campaign, before finally agreeing to the two-day, all-expenses paid trip to New York because they didn't want to "sap her dreams."

Pearl defended their decision, telling Style: "The campaign featured an eclectic group of characters rather than professional models — Danny and I would never allow her to take part in a campaign that was in any way provocative. The clothes, despite being from the adult collection, were far from being age-inappropriate or sexualising — in [one] photograph, she is pictured wearing a polo neck and a long skirt that fell far over her little legs; in another she is wearing a pair of large geeky glasses."

Apparently, Betty is already keen to pursue a career in showbusiness, despite her young age. She's a regular with her mum at fashion shows and has also appeared in an advert for children's clothing website Alex and Alexa.

However, Pearl said she won't be encouraging Betty to follow herself and her big sister Daisy into the fashion industry, and hopes she won't end up in showbusiness: "I'm secretly hoping that Betty might pursue another career path [to acting], but in the meantime, she has made a little money, which Danny and I have squirrelled away for the day she does announce she wants to go to medical school."

"The odd dress-up day is fine with me, so long as she tidies her room, does her homework, doesn’t miss school and it doesn’t let her little head get big," she added.

Clearly, a "dress-up day" in the Lowe/Goffey household is a little more exciting than going to the supermarket in a princess dress or trying on Mum's high heels. But I'm sure Betty had an awesome time in New York, and let's face it — how many of us would turn down an offer on behalf of our kids to model for Marc Jacobs? ("Sorry, Marc, we have a swimming lesson that day...") And whether she ends up a model, an actress or a brain surgeon, it's a pretty cool keepsake to have.

]]>http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/1091425/pearl-lowe-defends-decision-to-let-her-nine-year-old-daughter-model-for-marc-jacobsSun, 02 Aug 2015 11:00:00 -0700http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/1091423/cilla-black-tributes-pour-in-following-stars-sudden-death
Several celebrities have shared their sadness at the loss of national treasure Cilla Black who has died at the age of 72, reportedly in her sleep from natural causes. Sheridan Smith, who portrayed the star in the acclaimed ITV drama Cilla last year, posted on Twitter: “I’m absolutely devastated to hear the tragic news about Cilla. She was the most remarkable woman, a true legend. She was so kind and helpful to me, it was a privilege to play her. My condolences go out to her family and all who loved her. She will be truly missed. X.”

Cilla’s close friend Sir Cliff Richard released the following statement: “Some people will always be with us and Cilla is one of those people. I will always think of her as outrageous, funny, incredibly gifted but above all full of heart. She was a very special person, and I have lost a very wonderful friend, I will miss her dearly. God bless her.”

Holly Willoughby, who is the current presenter of Cilla’s former show Surprise Surprise, posted: “So so sad to hear the news that we have lost one of my heroes, Cilla you were one incredible lady! Sending all my love to her family. X'.

Nicola Sturgeon Cilla Black

Nicola Sturgeon Cilla Black

Sir Paul McCartney, another of Cilla’s longtime friends, said: “'Such a shock to hear about Cilla's passing. She was a lovely girl who infected everyone with her great spirit. From first meeting her as a cloakroom girl at the Cavern in Liverpool, to seeing her many times since, she always had a fun loving dignity that made her a great pleasure to be around. She had a fine distinctive voice and was always a bit of a laugh. It was a privilege to know and love her.”

BBC sports presenter Gabby Logan tweeted: “Cilla Black was the complete entertainer/host in an era when everyone watched TV. She was a trail blazer. RIP Cilla.”

Les Dennis posted: “Just heard one of THE brightest stars in the show biz firmament, Our Cilla, has faded. The sky is far less bright without you Tara Chuck.” (sic)

Supermodel Naomi Campbell paid tribute on Instagram, posting a picture of Cilla on the catwalk at her Fashion For Relief charity event, and it's the perfect reminder to us all of just how sassy our favourite Scouser was.

]]>http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/1091423/cilla-black-tributes-pour-in-following-stars-sudden-deathFri, 31 Jul 2015 15:17:00 -0700http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/1091399/hank-baskett-confronts-feelings-trans-model-assaulted-him-video
Hank Baskett begins the healing process and makes forward progress in mending his marriage to former Playboy bunny Kendra Wilkinson in the upcoming episode of <em>Marriage Boot Camp: Reality Stars</em>.In the sneak peek revealed by People magazine, Baskett can be seen going through a very uncomfortable therapy exercise with counselor Jim Carroll — an exercise in which Carroll can be seen rubbing Baskett's shoulders and talking to him in a manner in which his assaulter might speak to him.

"You're such a handsome guy. I'll keep my mouth shut if you give me $5,000. Nobody will know what we did," Carroll says during the exercise. All the while, we get cuts back to Kendra looking on in disbelief and shock at what is happening before her.

The session is dealing with the pain inflicted on Baskett when, back in 2014, it came out that the former basketballer had an affair while his reality star wife was 8 months pregnant. In reality, what happened was that Baskett was touched, without consent, by a transgender model.

We hear from Carroll's wife, also a counselor on the show, "The Forgiveness Exercise is designed to release you from the emotional trauma inflicted by a person or event from your past."

]]>http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/1091399/hank-baskett-confronts-feelings-trans-model-assaulted-him-videoFri, 31 Jul 2015 14:49:00 -0700http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/1091397/bobbi-kristina-brown-whitney-houston-murder-accusations-heat-up
The feud between the Browns and the Houstons is getting even more heated today after one of Bobbi's aunts accused another of some nefarious deeds — and what she has to say is shocking.Leolah Brown made the damning accusations against the Houston family on her private Facebook page, accessed by Radar Online, and her anger is palpable.

First she dropped a huge bombshell: Not only does she believe there was foul play in the events leading up to Bobbi Kristina's death, but she also believes Whitney's death was no accident.

"Whitney was murdered and now my niece Bobby [sic] Kristina!" Leolah alleged, without naming any names.

Of course, it's no secret who the Houstons think had a hand in Bobbi's death. The person in charge of Bobbi's trust — the estate left to her by Whitney — has brought a major lawsuit against her partner, Nick Gordon, accusing him of physically and emotionally abusing her and fraudulently accessing her bank accounts, and stating he beat her and left her in the bathtub where she was later found unconscious.

Leolah didn't stop with that one shocking statement, though. She then went off on Pat Houston, Whitney's sister-in-law and Bobbi's guardian.

"You notice, no matter what I say, Pat never says anything following, to at least defend herself?" she wrote. "Just think about it. Use your God-given brains. If, what I was saying was untrue or just talking for no reason at all (which anyone that knows me — knows that my character is just simply not that), why would she not defend herself if I am wrong? But, I am saying this for people who are curious as to why there is no talk back from Ms. Pat regarding my statements made about her. I will tell you. Because SHE CANNOT talk back to truth. She has no leg to stand on.

"I know her upbringing and how she was raised — trust me. Whitney and I spoke on this on many occasions — so don't let her fool you. Although she is being quiet, she is indeed heated right now! Because her world is tumbling down!"

"You know that saying, silence is a virtue? Well in her case it is very wise for her not to say anything because, she not only knows that I AM SPEAKING TRUTH — but she is aware that her day has come!" Leolah continued. "And not only that! The truth is being exposed by a BROWN! And she would have never thought in a million years it would come like this. She is actually in shock right now:) because a Brown is usually silent."

"See, I am that Brown that she hates with a passion! Why? Because I will fight and die for mine!" Leolah claimed. "I care nothing for a dollar when it comes to peoples lives! She is well aware of this! She knows that she cannot ever win with me — that's why she is silent! Because I am strictly about truth! I play no games nor pull any punches when it comes to the truth! I am ready on any given day. And she could come any way she would ever choose. She will still be at the bottom. This is why she is quiet and refuse to comment or fight me on anything I say! Unless she comes with lies and deceit. That is the only way after I have spoken the truth. But it would never matter because God is on the scene today!…and JUSTICE WILL BE SERVED AT ONCE!"

It remains to be seen what, exactly, that truth is. However, if you connect the dots of these accusations and the family ties — that Whitney and Bobbi were murdered, Leolah's hatred for Pat, that Pat is married to Whitney's brother Gary and that Gary is one of only two people Whitney made sure could get their hands on her money if Bobbi died — it's pretty clear that Leolah is making a heavy-duty implication here.

The Houston family has not commented on Leolah's Facebook post.

]]>http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/1091397/bobbi-kristina-brown-whitney-houston-murder-accusations-heat-upFri, 31 Jul 2015 13:45:00 -0700http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/1091385/jennifer-beals-leaves-her-dog-unattended-in-her-car
Jennifer Beals is the latest subject of citizen vigilantism after leaving her dog in the car while she ran errands. Is what she did really all that bad when you consider the whole situation?The L Word star was running errands in West Vancouver, and when she returned to her car, she discovered her dog, who she left in the vehicle with the windows down, had an audience. One witness was videotaping the pooch, and another called her out for endangering the dog — and even said he was calling the police.

Beals thinks the whole furor was much ado about nothing, and in a statement on her Facebook page she defended her actions, saying that the weather was balmy, the windows were open, she was only gone a few minutes and her dog was in her sight at all times.

But a lot of people aren't buying it. A spokesperson for the SPCA said that while they won't be filing charges against the star, she should take this as a learning opportunity.

"The temperature is warm. I think this is an education opportunity. I don't doubt that she loves her dog and I very much appreciate her comments around caring for her animals," Marcie Moriarty told Vancouver's NEWS1130, adding that a dog's cooling system works differently than a human's and the situation could have gone wrong in as little as 10 minutes.

"I think this is an opportunity to highlight, for conscious animal lovers, that they need to make other provisions in this heat. She probably shouldn't have been running [to get] her dry cleaning with her dog in the car."

Tell us: Was Beals in the wrong to leave her dog in the car?

]]>http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/1091385/jennifer-beals-leaves-her-dog-unattended-in-her-carFri, 31 Jul 2015 13:10:00 -0700http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/1091373/bill-cosbys-lawyer-seems-to-be-blaming-the-victims-video
Just when you thought you couldn't feel any more icky about the entire Bill Cosby scandal, Cosby's lawyer comes out and claims that the victims had a "responsibility" to immediately report the sexual assault.During an interview with HuffPost Live, Monique Pressley rejected the fact that this textbook victim-blaming was actually what she was doing, and said that evidence does not exist in the case again Cosby.

"I'm not speculating, I'm not thinking, I'm not opining, I'm not waxing poetic, but what I'm saying is women have responsibility. We have responsibility for our bodies, we have responsibility for our decisions, we have responsibility for the way we conduct ourselves," Pressley said.

She continued, "The only way for a woman to get [the] justice that she seeks — and that, if her allegations [are] true, that she deserves — is to come forward [soon after the crime]. And even if the reasons that the woman did not do that are legitimate ones, what cannot happen — in my opinion, in the United States — is that 40 years later, there is a persecution tantamount to a witch hunt, where there was no prosecution timely and there was no civil suit timely. And there’s not any testimony or any accusation from any of these women that Mr. Cosby in any way bound them, gagged them, prevented them from coming forward and saying whatever their truth was at the time. That’s not what happened."

So let get this straight: because he didn't lock the accusers in a basement to keep them from reporting, there is no other reason on God's green earth they shouldn't have come forward? Never mind the fact that less than 32 percent of rapes and sexual assaults get reported to begin with, and even then, only 2 percent of rapists will even see the inside of a jail (Justice Department National Crime Victims Survey: 2008-2012).

Just in case you didn't catch that, that leaves 68 percent of all sexual assaults unreported.

The reasons why a woman chooses not to report that she was the victim of sexual assault are vast and personal, but here are just a few to jog Pressley’s mind for the future: They don't want anyone to know, as it can be ostracizing. Women can be confused as to what actually constitutes sexual assault (and with such disgusting victim-blaming going around and people screaming that her skirt was too short, who can blame them?).

They are often afraid of how they will be viewed or treated by the police. And with the staggeringly low number of rapists who actually go to jail for their crimes, maybe the accusers, facing an even larger uphill battle because their alleged victimizer was a beloved all-American dad, knew the chances of getting any kind of justice were almost nonexistent.

But no, they weren't tied up, so it's their own fault they didn't report anything.

For Pressley to claim that she is not victim-blaming is just a bold-faced lie. Partially blaming a victim is still blaming the victim for the harm that befell them. In no way, shape or form do victims share in any of the blame for a crime committed against them, and saying it is their own fault for not coming forward is disgusting and obscene.

He is still technically innocent unless proven guilty, and the allegations are still just that. But these women should get the dignity of telling their truth without the indignity of saying it was their responsibility — and ultimately their own fault — for not coming forward immediately following the alleged crime.

]]>http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/1091373/bill-cosbys-lawyer-seems-to-be-blaming-the-victims-videoFri, 31 Jul 2015 09:59:00 -0700http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/1091343/bffs-jennifer-lawrence-amy-schumer-photos-instagram
Forget TSwizzle and her gang of badass B's in the "Bad Blood" music video. Our squad goal is Amy Schumer and Jennifer Lawrence. A new peek at their vacation pics tells us everything we need to know.More:10 Stages of spending a night in, according to Amy Schumer and Bill Hader

Life goal: Become the Third Musketeer in Lawrence and Schumer's friendship. No, they haven't paid tribute to their budding friendship by making a music video. They're slightly more private than that. Instead, they're vacationing together and, honestly, it's everything we ever wanted out of our girlfriend group in high school. I mean, who doesn't want to build a human pyramid? Who doesn't want to rent a boat and cruise around the Pacific? We already knew both Schumer and Lawrence have funny on lock, but it appears they've got a good grasp on what quality girlfriend time looks like, too. Check out a few of the pics Schumer posted on Instagram.

Sigh. Our only beef? The way everyone else is talking about the pics. Yes, Lawrence has a "flat tummy" and looks good in a bikini. But, they're completely skipping over Schumer looking absolutely bangin' in a two-piece, as well. What's the problem, gossip mags? Still not sure how to talk about anyone who doesn't wear a size two? Schumer looks enviable in her super cute suit and deserves just as much praise, instead of ignoring her when you reach the more shallow part of your articles.

However, let's talk about something way cooler: their friendship. It makes perfect sense. Lawrence may play a lot of serious roles, but anyone who has done an interview with her or seen her try to communicate seriously about anything will vouch for her goofy side. She can be voted "sexiest" anything, but at the end of the day, she's awkward and funny. That's why everyone loves her, right?

So, it only seems fair then that she'd be attracted to the hottest new gal in Hollywood, Schumer. The comedian clearly knows how to have fun, and she's just as hysterical (and biting) in interviews. The two talented chicks are full of smarts and confidence, and both are in need of a little friendship from people who understand the plight of living in Hollywood and at the end of a telephoto lens.

Did they just find their soul mates in each other? We hope so. We want way more vacay pics in the future. And maybe even a project costarring the two of them. Is that too much to ask?

]]>http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/1091343/bffs-jennifer-lawrence-amy-schumer-photos-instagramFri, 31 Jul 2015 09:45:00 -0700http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/1091333/reasons-why-you-have-to-see-ruby-rose-live
Everyone's favorite <em>Orange Is the New Black</em> star, Ruby Rose, will be headlining at the New City Gas concert venue in Montreal this September, and it's going to be an awesome party. In fact, there are seven reasons you definitely don't want to miss it.More:OITNB's Ruby Rose gets the scare of her life from crazed gunman (VIDEO)

1. She's a great DJ

The Australian beauty's career took off after she competed (along with 2,000 other aspiring DJs) to become an MTV VJ in Australia, and it paid off. She's now a well-liked electronic dance music DJ, and you can expect a lot of energy — and women throwing underwear at her (it's happened before) — during her set.

Ruby Rose Instagram

Ruby Rose Instagram

2. She's going to be entertaining

If you know anything about Ruby Rose, then you know she's got a killer personality and a great sense of humour. This will translate when she's onstage. Plus, she has some seriously stylish and quirky clothing that she wears while performing.

Ruby Rose Instagram

Ruby Rose Instagram

3. She's a good person who focuses on charities

Who doesn't want to support someone who does good in this world? Not only is Rose an incredibly talented model, actress and DJ, but she also finds time to give back. She has travelled to Africa and Laos to volunteer, she's competed in a boxing match to support Headspace, and she's lent her voice to several campaigns, including one for anti-bullying and PETA.

4. She's inspiring, and she challenges gender norms

Ruby Rose is an inspiring person who challenges gender norms and speaks openly about her gender fluidity, which happens to be the topic of her short film Break Free. She also revealed during an interview with The Guardian that she's gender neutral.

"I feel like I'm neither gender," she said. "Well, if I had to choose it would be a boy, a guy. I feel like I'm a boy, but I don't feel like I should've been born with different parts of my body or anything like that. I feel like it's just all in how I dress and how I talk and how I look and feel, and that makes me happy."

5. Justin Bieber might attend

Right, well, this can be a pro or a con, depending on how you look at it. But Canadian star Justin Bieber and Ruby Rose happen to be good friends, so he might come out and show his support for her in Montreal.

Ruby Rose Instagram

Ruby Rose Instagram

6. She's mind-blowingly beautiful

While it's clear that Ruby Rose is much, much more than just a pretty face, we can't help but mention that she is insanely beautiful. So if you're not all that interested in music, then you can just gaze at her beauty — she's making both men and women fall hopelessly in love with her.

7. The venue promises one heck of a party

Ruby Rose will be playing her set on Sept. 11, at New City Gas as part of her North American tour. The concert venue, located in the heart of Griffintown, is well known and boasts an impressive history: The building was originally built in 1859 and used as a place to transform coal into gas — hence the name.

Fan tweets about seeing Ruby Rose

Fan tweets about seeing Ruby Rose

Will you be heading to New City Gas to watch Ruby Rose perform? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.

]]>http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/1091333/reasons-why-you-have-to-see-ruby-rose-liveFri, 31 Jul 2015 09:35:00 -0700Bachelorette contestant (PHOTO)]]>http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/1091349/hilary-swank-spotted-getting-cozy-with-a-former-bachelorette-contestant-photo
In what has to be the weirdest, most unbelievable celebrity news of the week, it appears that actress Hilary Swank is dating a former contestant on <em>The Bachelorette</em>.At least that's what Kasey Stewart wants us to believe. We're still doubtful.

Stewart was a contestant on The Bachelorette Season 9, and was one of many men competing for Desiree Hartsock's heart. He didn't make it very far, though. Hartsock kicked him to the curb while on a trip to Barcelona in only the sixth episode of the season. And his time on camera was awash with controversy. Many people believed he may have left a girlfriend back at home while he was vying for Hartsock's attention.

He might not be a total scumbag, though. During his time on the show, WetPaint also reported that he had been previously married to a Christian singer. They're divorced now, but who knows who's to blame for the separation?

We don't want to pass too much judgement on this hunk, though. His Bachelorette bio claimed he was a senior art director, which means he's talented and creative in his own right. He's also probably a hard worker and, from his time on TV, we know he can have fun. Why wouldn't Swank look for those things in a mate, right?

The real issue comes with the photo. TMZ and the rest of the people in the papz business stalk celebrities like Swank on a minute-to-minute basis. If she were going out with a new guy (especially on her birthday), you'd think they'd have snapped pics of the two supposed lovebirds entering and leaving the restaurant together. We'd at least expect another rumor or two somewhere in the depths of the internet. Instead, we have one picture of Swank and Stewart together, and it's from Stewart's own Instagram account. Check it out:

Kasey Stewart and Hilary Swank

Kasey Stewart and Hilary Swank

Notice he doesn't say they're dating, either. Is it possible that he just happened to be dining at the same restaurant as Swank and asked if he could get in a picture with her? Definitely. We'd be happy for Swank if she found her true love. This one and only picture just seems like not enough evidence for us to officially form an opinion of the pairing. We're not ready to believe this photo is anything more than a fan asking a star for a favor.

What do you think, though? Tell us below.

]]>http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/1091349/hilary-swank-spotted-getting-cozy-with-a-former-bachelorette-contestant-photoFri, 31 Jul 2015 09:30:00 -0700http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/1091341/betty-white-slams-dentist-who-killed-cecil-the-lion
Betty White is sickened and heartbroken over the illegal killing of Cecil the lion in Zimbabwe, and she has some harsh words for the American dentist who murdered the majestic beast.The famed actress and longtime animal actress was quick to anger when asked about the lion's senseless death on Thursday.

"You don't want to hear some of the things I want to do to that man," White told The Associated Press. "It's such a heartbreaker. You can't even talk about it, and to see this king of the jungle and personifying it in every way, this gorgeous creature. How can somebody do that?"

White is a huge animal lover and devotes a great deal of time to her favorite cause. She currently hosts Betty White's Smartest Animals in America on GAC, published the book Betty & Friends: My Life at the Zoo in 2012 and is the co-chair of the Greater Los Angeles Zoo Association. She is currently serving as the host of the Discovery Family Channel's block programming "Pawgust," focusing on specials, movies and shows about animals.

White can rest assured that justice is being sought against Walter Palmer, the man who admitted killing the lion during an illegal hunt. Zimbabwe has started extradition proceedings — and Palmer is now in hiding, probably because he realizes a Zimbabwean prison is probably not a fun place to be.

The dentist "had a well-orchestrated agenda which would tarnish the image of Zimbabwe and further strain the relationship between Zimbabwe and the U.S.A.," said Zimbabwe environment minister Oppah Muchinguri. "This must be condemned in the strongest possible terms by all genuine, animal-loving conservationists who believe in sustainable utilization of natural resources."

White is not the only celebrity who has expressed disgust over the lion's killing. Mia Farrow tweeted, then deleted, Palmer's business address to help protesters find him, and Jimmy Kimmel gave a heartfelt and touching monologue during which he questioned the desire to hunt large game for sport in the first place.

"Is it that difficult for you to get an erection that you need to kill things that are stronger than you?" he pondered.

Palmer remains in hiding, but the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, who is also investigating the hunt, would like to speak with him pronto.

"That investigation will take us wherever the facts lead. At this point in time, however, multiple efforts to contact Dr. Walter Palmer have been unsuccessful," said Edward Grace, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's deputy chief of law enforcement.

"We ask that Dr. Palmer or his representative contact us immediately."

]]>http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/1091341/betty-white-slams-dentist-who-killed-cecil-the-lionFri, 31 Jul 2015 08:22:00 -0700http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/1091329/nick-gordon-sends-email-asking-to-attend-bobbi-kristina-browns-funeral
Bobbi Kristina Brown passed away on Sunday, and her family is currently busy making preparations for her funeral, which is expected to take place in Georgia on Saturday. However, one person who may not be allowed to attend is her longtime boyfriend, Nick Gordon.More:Nick Gordon catches attention with Bobbi Kristina's engagement ring (PHOTO)

According to TMZ, Gordon is so desperate to attend Bobbi Kristina's funeral that he has sent an email to her father, Bobby Brown, begging for his permission. The gossip site has seen the email, in which Gordon writes, "I loved Krissi with all my heart and I am destroyed that she is gone and I need to say goodbye."

Gordon is not exactly in the family's good books right now as police continue to investigate the circumstances leading up to Bobbi Kristina's death. Gordon realizes this, but he hopes the family can put their differences aside and allow him a "chance."

"I'm begging you both to please put your differences aside and allow me this chance," Gordon's email to both Bobby Brown and Pat Houston reads — he copied Pat on the email because she's apparently the one who is making the funeral arrangements.

"Krissi loved me very much and she would want me there," he added.

It remains to be seen whether Nick will be allowed to attend Bobbi Kristina's funeral, but the Daily Mail reports that there's a lot of fighting going on behind the scenes. Pat Houston has reportedly planned a "sweet sixteen-themed funeral" for her niece, something that Whitney Houston's cousin, Dionne Warwick, is not happy about.

"Dionne resents Pat acting like she is the head of the Houston family when in reality she married into the family. Also everyone knows that Bobbi Kristina and Pat didn't get along well after her mother died because she was trying to run her life and tell her what to do with the money she inherited."

The source added, "Pat wants to have a 'sweet sixteen' theme funeral, but Dionne feels that is stupid and disrespectful to Bobbi Kristina."

Do you think Nick Gordon should be allowed to attend the funeral? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.

]]>http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/1091329/nick-gordon-sends-email-asking-to-attend-bobbi-kristina-browns-funeralFri, 31 Jul 2015 06:51:00 -0700http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/1091319/teen-mom-2-star-jenelle-evans-mom-custody-battle-over-jace
On the latest episode of <em>Teen Mom 2</em> Season 6, we get a glimpse into just how complicated Jenelle Evans' relationship with her mom, Barbara, really is.More:This Teen Mom star's engagement will give you all the feels (VIDEO)

Jenelle's son, Jace, has been living with her mom, but now the Teen Mom 2 star wants him back — and both women are willing to go head to head to battle it out.

After a month of not seeing her little boy, Evans makes use of their time together when he comes over, asking him if he would like to live with her and her fiancé, Nathan Griffith. Jace may have insisted he wanted to, but Barbara was not going to let the 5-year-old go without putting up a fight.

According to Us Weekly, during a phone conversation with her friend, Barbara revealed that she hadn't 'really talked to Jenelle in about a month.' Both of them have been so mean to me that this is the first time Jace has gone over there in about a month."

Barbara also revealed that Jace had told her he wanted to live with her, and she was worried that if he went back to Jenelle's house, he would be upset by all the drama in her household.

"I'd be devastated [if Jenelle got custody], because I know he'd go to this house and he would be so upset," an emotional Barbara said. "All that yelling and screaming. He'd be so unhappy. If they got Jace, I probably would never see him again. And it would kill me, and it would hurt him."

Barbara and her daughter then get embroiled in a bitter argument after Jace refers to his grandma as "mom."

"He wants to live here," Jenelle spat. "He told me he wants to live here. He needs more time with his mother, that's what he needs. That's why he's so distraught and confused."

"He sits here and thinks this is his home, but then when he goes back to your house, he doesn't understand. And you say, 'You can call me mom.' No, he can't. I'm the mom!" Jenelle said.

Jenelle Evans and her mom battle it out for custody

Jenelle Evans and her mom battle it out for custody

It's a tough call. Do you think Jenelle Evans is right? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.

]]>http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/1091319/teen-mom-2-star-jenelle-evans-mom-custody-battle-over-jaceFri, 31 Jul 2015 05:44:00 -0700http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/1091317/rob-kardashian-breaks-social-media-silence-with-a-shirtless-pic-photo
In recent years, Rob Kardashian has, for the most part, removed himself from the public eye and from social media. That's why when he took to Instagram on Thursday to share a picture of himself after all this time, it was met with great excitement. More:Defending Rob Kardashian: Shouldn't everyone just leave him alone?

Kardashian took to Instagram to share a shirtless picture of himself, which shows him enjoying an ocean view while chomping down on a pulled pork sandwich — which might be taking aim at his haters because the former reality TV star has been heavily criticized for his weight.

He captioned the pic, "#tbt Me just chill-zoning in Malibu eating a pulled pork sandwich."

While the picture is not new, fans have shown Rob an overwhelming amount of support, encouraging him to be whatever he wants to be and ensuring him that his size doesn't matter.

"Rob be whatever you want, look how ever [sic] you want, we'll be proud of you what so ever. Its [sic] your soul that matters," one fan wrote. Another shared similar sentiments, saying, "God bless you rob you are amazing and real do what makes you happy for get [sic] the world.. I love you how your heart is. not what's out side or your wealth, never change that.. [sic]"

However, there were some critics who decided they needed to hate on Kardashian — because clearly they have nothing better to do, and they are feeling confident spewing nasty comments from behind their computer screens.

Some of these comments read, "How many have you ate now big boy," "...200 lbs later..." and "Omg you got man boobs and you know you ate [sic] eating about 22 a sandwichs [sic]."

Welcome back to Instagram, Mr. Kardashian. Maybe this will be the first of many posts to come.

]]>http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/1091317/rob-kardashian-breaks-social-media-silence-with-a-shirtless-pic-photoThu, 30 Jul 2015 21:01:00 -0700http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/1091301/whitney-cummings-flaunts-her-weight-gain-by-going-topless-photos
Whitney Cummings is loving her new bod.More:Khloé Kardashian opens up about being branded the "fat" sister

Cummings shared a revealing look on Instagram, in the form of a seriously sexy, makeup-free, topless snap. In it, she's lying on the floor amidst her expansive shoe collection, covering up her tatas with a pair of shoes and wearing nothing but black pants, black stilettos and a ponytail.

If her new figure isn't making you seriously jealous, we guarantee her shoe collection, featuring stilettos in every imaginable color, sure will.

Whitney Cummings topless photo

Whitney Cummings topless photo

Her caption on the photo was simply, "Thank you @karlawelchstylist for the shoegasm."

Cummings appeared on NBC's Today show earlier this week, where the hosts wondered if she'd had plastic surgery because of her dramatic new look.

"I did this weird thing that nobody likes to do anymore where I gained weight," she explained. "I gained like 25 pounds, which I think I needed to. I was way too skinny before. Here's the thing: When you're on television, you get confused. I looked like I was passing away and I put on, like, 20 pounds. I think it filled out... people think I got a face-lift."

Cummings continued, "I feel like all the advice to girls nowadays is 'Lose weight! Lose weight!' They say you have to pick your ass or your face and I'm picking my face, but I hope somebody else picks the other one!"

Jenner makes her best effort, but falls short, according to a laughing Kardashian, who jokingly calls her "sir."

"You sound no different!" Kardashian exclaims.

Jenner replies, "See? That's the problem."

Caitlyn Jenner voice

Caitlyn Jenner voice

Later in the clip, Jenner gets candid about her struggle with her still-masculine voice.

"Women cannot relate to the whole voice thing," she admits. "They don't see it as being that important when it is that important, not only for you just to speak and order and do all that kind of stuff, but very important for your soul that you're feeling good about that."

Fans' reactions to the attempt were mixed, but most were in support of Jenner.

What do you think of Jenner's attempt at a "feminine voice"? Check out the video clip above and then head to the comments and let us know: Is she nailing it? Or does she have work to do?

]]>http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/1091299/fans-react-to-caitlyn-jenners-feminine-voice-videoThu, 30 Jul 2015 20:02:00 -0700Paper Towns author has some strong words for Cara Delevingne]]>http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/1091295/paper-towns-author-has-some-strong-words-for-cara-delevingne
Cara Delevingne has one surprising supporter after her disastrously awkward <em>Good Day Sacramento</em> interview went viral.More:Kendall Jenner and Cara Delevingne use their tongues in the weirdest way (PHOTO)

"Cara, however, refuses to stick to the script," Green wrote in the part of the essay Delevingne retweeted. "She refuses to indulge lazy questions and refuses to turn herself into an automaton to get through long days of junketry. I don't find that behavior entitled or haughty. I find it admirable. Cara Delevingne doesn't exist to feed you narrative or your news feed — and that's precisely why she's so f***ing interesting."

Cara Delevingne John Green tweet

Cara Delevingne John Green tweet

Delevingne retweeted the image of the text without even knowing it was Green who wrote it. In her tweet, she said, "Whoever said this! Thank you so much!" to which Green responded, "That was me! <3."

Delevingne was visibly irritable during the Good Day Sacramento interview, where she rolled her eyes often and sarcastically half-answered the trio of anchors' questions. When one of the anchors called her out for being less than enthusiastic, Delevingne admitted that she was tired and that she was having a hard time showing enthusiasm at the early-morning interview. Another anchor then told her to "go take a nap, maybe have a Red Bull," before abruptly ending the conversation with a bemused-looking Delevingne.

She spoke publicly about the incident for the first time Thursday, when she tweeted, "I am soooooo lucky and anyone who thinks I am unappreciative or ungrateful clearly doesn't know me. I work really really hard and love what I do, I don't feel like I need to apologize for being human #sorrynotsorry."

Do you support Cara Delevingne? Or do you think Good Day Sacramento's anchors were right to call her out? Head down to the comments and tell us your thoughts.

]]>http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/1091295/paper-towns-author-has-some-strong-words-for-cara-delevingneThu, 30 Jul 2015 16:15:00 -0700Celebrity Wife Swap viewers condemn Sean Lowe for his actions on the show]]>http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/1091283/celebrity-wife-swap-viewers-condemn-sean-lowe-for-his-actions-on-the-show
Ready for a shock? Apparently not everything you see on reality TV is how it actually plays out. At least, that is what The Bachelor's Sean Lowe says about the way he was portrayed on Celebrity Wife Swap.

Lowe swapped wives with fellow Bachelor vet Jason Mesnick. The trouble began when Molly (Mesnick’s wife) woke the first day to find a to-do list, which included things such as ironing Lowe's socks.

Fans immediately responded with their disgust at what appeared to be his demanding and domineering ways.

Now we have Lowe's own response. He thinks, of course, that he was given a bad rap and even warned viewers that it was "just TV."

Sean Lowe CWS post

Sean Lowe CWS post

He posted a picture of his dog watching herself with the caption, "Yeah… so that whole Wife Swap thing made me look like a complete jackass but I guess that's the risk you run when you agree to take part in something like that."

Sean Lowe Insta

Sean Lowe Insta

Even Lowe's wife for a week, Molly, posted a photo with Lowe, gushing about being lifelong friends.

Molly Celebrity Wife Swap

Molly Celebrity Wife Swap

Given Lowe's laid-back response and this photo, I am inclined to believe that Lowe might be right when he says he was done wrong.

Did you see the episode? Do you think Lowe was rude or just portrayed badly?

]]>http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/1091283/celebrity-wife-swap-viewers-condemn-sean-lowe-for-his-actions-on-the-showThu, 30 Jul 2015 16:09:00 -0700http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/1091285/the-kardashians-may-be-celebrating-another-wedding-soon-but-whose
Sick of her ex, Caitlyn Jenner, getting all the attention, Kris Jenner reportedly has a scheme to get the spotlight back where she feels it belongs — and it involves wedding bells.The Keeping Up with the Kardashians matriarch has seen all eyes turn away from herself and her daughters to Jenner during his very public transition, and sources say she believes a wedding to her much-younger boy toy, Corey Gamble, could be just the thing to bring focus back where she thinks it belongs: on her.

And, of course, Kris "wants to document it all in a huge wedding special," the source added.

Kris and Gamble are definitely hot and heavy. Khloé complained in a recent interview that she was totally grossed out when she heard the couple having some very enthusiastic sex.

"Hearing them have sex is wild and I'm traumatized," she told Complex magazine. "Kim and I did… we were downstairs, and we just heard like [claps]. It's really a traumatizing thing. And the headboard just going... we were hitting each other like, 'NO!' Kim was like, 'Wait, shh.' And then it was dead silent and then they went again for round two. I was like, 'OK, check please, I'm gone.'"

]]>http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/1091285/the-kardashians-may-be-celebrating-another-wedding-soon-but-whoseThu, 30 Jul 2015 15:30:00 -0700Bachelorette reject Shawn Evans brutally attacked by another TV star (PHOTO)]]>http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/1091279/bachelorette-reject-shawn-evans-brutally-attacked-by-another-tv-star-photo
Rejected <em>Bachelorette</em> hopeful Shawn Evans has caught yet another unlucky break, and this one hit him like a ton of bricks — or maybe just one very well-aimed brick.Evans said he was attacked by another reality star while enjoying a night out in Canada, and the picture he shared of his injury is pretty extreme.

Who would do such an awful thing? Allegedly, the brick was thrown from a second-storey balcony by another reality star, fellow Canadian Mickey Rapaport of the show Grand Benders.

Raparport was arrested for assault with a weapon and his son was taken in for obstruction of justice. Neither has commented on the incident, but Evans claims he suffered a concussion and intends to sue.

]]>http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/1091279/bachelorette-reject-shawn-evans-brutally-attacked-by-another-tv-star-photoThu, 30 Jul 2015 14:00:00 -0700http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/1091227/reasons-kylie-jenner-is-having-her-18th-birthday-in-montreal
Kylie Jenner's 18th birthday is just around the corner, and the reality TV star has some big plans to make it a night to remember — or forget, because she's found a way around the U.S. drinking laws.More:Kylie Jenner posts disturbing Snapchat video and is immediately bullied

The youngest sibling of the Kardashian-Jenner clan is headed to Montreal's Beachclub for her birthday bash on Aug. 16 (her actual birthday is on Aug. 10), and there are plenty of reasons she'd want to party in Canada.

2. She can legally drink

Kylie can take advantage of the Canadian laws and legally drink on her birthday, whereas if she was stateside, she'd have to abide by the U.S. drinking laws, which require her to be aged 21.

And judging by the announcement on Beachclub's website, there will be booze involved — not that that means Kylie will drink.

"Kylie Jenner will be the last of the Kardashian/Jenner clan to celebrate her 18th birthday," the website reads. "Team Productions and Beachclub's owner Olivier Primeau stepped up to the plate to offer Kylie the opportunity to party and drink legally at a fantastic one of a kind venue! The event will take place on August 16th 2015, and will be sure to offer many special guests and great surprises."

3. No expense will be spared

Apparently Beachclub is pulling out all the stops for Jenner on her big day, and according to TMZ, she will arrive in a helicopter and then be transported to a luxury boat. She'll also be able to indulge in a $3,000 birthday cake.

4. She doesn't have to check in with long-lost relatives

Have you ever thrown a birthday bash but secretly wished half the people you invited weren't there? Well, by having a destination birthday, Jenner gets to celebrate in style and escape all those long-lost relatives she really doesn't want to party with.

5. Montreal is becoming a hub for celebrities

Montreal is becoming quite popular among celebrities, who love all that the city has to offer: the history, the cuisine, the nightlife and, most important, the cultural diversity. Celebs including Hugh Jackman, Jeremy Renner and Game of Thrones' Sophie Turner have all visited, and Jenner might be the next celeb to fall in love with this magical place.

6. It's the perfect city for a little romance

While it must be great to surround yourself with admiring fans, if Kylie and her rumoured boyfriend, Tyga, want to slip away, there are several romantic spots in Montreal they can visit too. These include watching the sunrise in the beautiful setting of Mount Royal and exploring the Japanese Garden and Jardin Botanique.

Will you be planning to attend Montreal's Beachclub to celebrate Kylie Jenner's birthday? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.